Graduate Certificate in Divinity

The Graduate Certificate in Divinity allows students to explore areas of interest in divinity and its associated disciplines. It serves as an introduction to the broad field of study of theology or philosophy and disciplines which are associated with them.

On site at St Francis College Milton and/or by Zoom

Study Mode

Full-time 6 months / Part-time up to 2 years

Duration

Course Highlights

You'll be introduced to four main sub-disciplines of theology: Biblical studies, church history, systematic and practical theology subjects. You'll also have the opportunity to choose elective subjects within these disciplines to tailor your studies to meet your interests.

Career Opportunities

The skills and attributes you gain in the Graduate Certificate in Divinity are valued in a broad range of careers. Graduates may proceed to a Graduate Diploma or Masters’ degree by coursework.

ADMISSION CRITERIA

Successful completion of an undergraduate degree, or an approved equivalent.

Satisfactory completion of 3 units

Graduation

Graduates of the Graduate Certificate in Divinity

  1. have knowledge of key concepts in one or more areas of divinity and associated disciplines

  2. have basic research, analysis and communication skills applicable to postgraduate study

  3. apply skills of interpretation to texts or concepts.

LEARNING OUTCOMES

Subjects

All students regardless of their course of study, are strongly encouraged to contact the Registrar, Linda Burridge, to discuss their course of study prior to making any subject selections.

Biblical Studies

Biblical Languages

Please contact the Academic Dean for further information

Church History

Mission & Ministry

 

Systematic Theology

The Graduate Certificate in Divinity requires completion of 3 standard postgraduate units. Fees for 2025 are $3,268 per unit or $9,804 for a full-time semester (3 units).

Fees are subject to change from year to year. For more information about fees, please visit the Fees page.

Fees

 

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